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Thank you both for your comments about the wedding photos! My son was brought up by a single, working parent, living in not so good area of town, his schools weren't great, I was very poor when he was little, always in debt (childcare was so expensive!), no family nearby, but he did so well, and now he's a kind, thoughtful…

And here's another one so that you can see the beautiful sari she changed into for the reception.

It's me again! Sorry for taking up almost a whole page of this thread, but have just found out how get this image on, in a way that it will auto-delete! So it's here for limited time. This is me at my son and daughter in law's wedding in October.

As for my diet, it's going very well if slowly, but I'm now at 59lb lost (I've never, never updated my ticker!) so only just starting to get back to my previous maintenance weight of 60lb lost. So all the work so far has been just to get me back to that overweight point, instead of the obese point I was hovering at, lol! I…

Snoozie, I just wondered with your sister (although it's not my business at all, but that never stops me wondering!) has she thought of sleep apnoea? Or anything else that could be affecting her quality of sleep at night (drinking alcohol, etc.) and make her need to catch up during the day? Or even depression ... I went…

Wine, yes, of course! And it's very Mediterranean! Actually I think on my diet in maintenance you are supposed to drink the occasional glass of red wine. I checked my yoghurt carton and it says "Bifidobacterium, Lactobacillus bulgaricas, Streptococcus thermophilus". It's just the one that gets delivered with my milk so I…

I'm the same with gardening, absolutely terrible at it. I used to be better, when I lived in Wales I was quite successful with growing veg. But not any more. Even houseplants are guaranteed to die, although that's partly because my cat eats them. I love the thought of your art room, Suzy! How wonderful! And that your…

That's funny about the Scottish connection! My ancestors and I are all from Scotland as far as I know. Howver I know some of the family emigrated to Canada and the US years ago. I did one of the those genetic tests that shows your possible matches and I appear to have lots of second and third cousins all over the US and…

Well off I went to try and make my sauerkraut and I could not find a plain white cabbage in the shops! Maybe they are out of fashion, although what are people using for coleslaw? I only have a savoy at home, and the other one available (can't remember the name) didn't look suitable. So that's that little project put to…

I have made all sorts of fermented foods in the past. I can't be bothered now, but might think about making sauerkraut again. Easy to make, and a lot of taste for not many calories. I seem to remember there was a lot of fuss about getting the right kind of salt. I do eat yoghurt. Tracking has slipped for me. I have been so…

That's great that you got loads done! Maybe you just needed a rest day. Amazing to tick off things on your list. I have a massive list at the moment - thinking I need to break it down a bit so I can do more ticks! Yes, I might seriously think about a star chart - I like your idea with the calendar. Then have some reward…

I was watching this youtube video yesterday, with Professor Christopher Gardner, which was quite interesting. https://youtu.be/HtKlDR5S_aE Quite a long video but in brief, it said that the quality of the diet was more important than the type of diet (low carb, low fat, vegan, etc.) for weight loss. Anyway, the takeaway was…

Well done on the walk, Snoozie! Any time it's close to freezing here I just don't feel like going out. It has been pretty mild for the time of year, but also wet and windy. Your post really struck a chord with me, Suzy! Yes, we all know what we should be doing. I think you have been so busy and have had so much change and…

These were some tips (I've condensed them a little) from my diet plan today, about snacking. I think we know them all, but I just need reminding! "Fasting – Studies have recognised that fasting can decrease insulin resistance, using glucose more efficiently, reducing hunger and ultimately, cutting the cycle of snacking. If…

Thanks for the Kilted Coach recommendation! I've subscribed on youtube. I was looking for a short exercise video today to replace the HIIT and youtube recommended a tik tok person. The video was challenging but actually quite good, so I might do some of her workouts as well. Otherwise the programme I'm on has a workout…

Wow, a full day's work for just one appointment! A good thing the traffic was light! But frustrating when you have so much travelling as you have to plan in case it's heavy. Your dad is so lucky to have you to take him to appointments. That's amazing that your jeans fit! I think clothes can be quite a good indicator.…

I did two lots of exercise videos (resistance and yoga) and went for a very short walk. I also did some decluttering, and general sorting and cleaning for the tomorrow I want! Weight was up a bit this morning but I do fluctuate quite a lot so I'm not worried. I've lost 5lb in the week I've been doing this diet, so that's…

Thanks for the tips, Snoozie! These are really great, although so many - I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed! The timewasters one is really great, though. My worst thing is that I can go on the internet and then spend ages just looking things up and reading bits and pieces of things. Sometimes it's useful, but mostly not. I also…

Just copying this over from last night! I thought you were ahead of me, but I think you're actually behind me - time zones are so confusing! Who thought of that great idea? "Good luck, Suzy! Don't overdo it! Five days of cardio!! It seems like your doctor did think it was fine to go the lifestyle route, rather than…

Good luck, Suzy! Don't overdo it! Five days of cardio!! It seems like your doctor did think it was fine to go the lifestyle route, rather than medication, so that's encouraging. I was told I had to have the medication, so I had the easy way out in a way .... I'm sure it will be hard work but will be great to see your…

I haven't had farro. I used to eat a lot of freekeh which might be similar? I liked it, but I think it's a form of wheat, and has gluten. I was just searching for the vege gluten-free recipes, thinking about you trying to avoid it, Suzy. I am not actually following the recipes, just getting ideas, and at the moment I'm not…

I like both the ones Suzy mentioned. Nice and positive! We've got to believe we can make change! I also liked the goal setting video, and that point about actively doing something or replacing something, rather than just stopping something was really good. I'm going to have to see if I can frame things that way. Rather…

Good luck with your results, Suzy. Fingers crossed for you! I suppose at least the statins are there if you need them. I have been on statins for many years, with not too much ill effects that I've noticed. I am the same about thinking the news will be bad. I think it's part of psychologically preparing yourself, so that…

I would like to carry on into 2022. I know I'm often absent, but I do like to catch up and I feel that you are friends. I forget what it's like to have to work eating around someone else! Good that your hubby liked the Mahi Mahi and salmon, Suzy. I think fresh tuna and swordfish are also a bit "meatier" if he likes that…

I hope you all had a lovely Christmas! I had a solo Christmas, which was actually quite enjoyable. My son and daughter-in-law were working which put paid to any family meetup plans. I was very worried about putting my cat in a cattery, so I was kind of glad I didn't feel obliged to. I had a traditional Christmas dinner,…

Wishing you all the best for your recovery, Gail. I hope you get over it soon. How worrying to have caught it. It seems impossible to avoid at the moment, my friends who have had boosters and being careful are still catching it! Take care and hope your chest improves soon. Thanks for asking about my cat. He is actually…

Seems like we all empathise with my cat and his lack of off switch. Honestly, he spends about an hour or more before his meal just sitting where his bowl goes, waiting for it to be put down. When I put down his carefully measured portion he inhales it in seconds then keeps going back and licking the empty bowl. He would…

Thanks for asking about my cat, you two! Things are actually going quite well with him at the moment. It's now more difficult to stick needles in him because he's more like his normal self again! He is improving all the time, and put on tons of weight which he needed to do but I'm going to have to be really careful he…

I hope it's getting better now, and it's just from the shot and not something else again. How long did they say the side effects were expected for? I have that Alltrails app, but it was a bit annoying as I'd paid for another app which I found really useful, but the app company ended being part of Alltrails, and Alltrails…

I didn't see your post when I posted mine, Suzy! Sometimes that seems to happen on this forum for me. Thank you for your thoughts too. Just wish I could crave broccoli when under stress, lol! Funny that we've all been experiencing being too stiff to move! I'm glad your Thanksgiving went well. Funnily enough I know that…